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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: The Japan Thread

« Last post by Polident Hive on July 10, 2025, 10:08:09 PM »

That’s certainly the experience.

Also, for the first time either as a tourist or resident here, I’ve had a (presumably homeless) man run up and beg for money. Was actually surprised. At least as a guy, you’re not getting bothered just walking through a station. Well, except at Ueno station. But those guys aren’t after money.

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: The Japan Thread

« Last post by chronovore on July 09, 2025, 08:46:19 PM »

There are places trying to figure out how to charge tourists more money than residents.

Honestly, I hate tipping, but this is probably the easiest way to exact that charge from them.

I get so many people lately looking at my stupid white face when I step up, looking half-panicked that they’re gonna have to speak some English, or argue about a menu substitution, or field questions about a food allergy/preference. When I break out Japanese language, the relief is visible.

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: RedLetterMedia Thread

« Last post by Kurisu on July 07, 2025, 08:08:49 AM »

Whenever they do an overview like that I scurry to watch everything they mention before actually watching their video.

Friendship was actually completely under my radar, and I'm happy to have seen it now, it's... different.

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: The Japan Thread

« Last post by Polident Hive on July 06, 2025, 01:15:51 AM »

I heard stories but this was the first time I saw it.

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: The Japan Thread

« Last post by bork on July 05, 2025, 03:11:43 PM »

A restaurant just spun around a tablet and asked if I wanted to tip 15/20/25%. Pain.

wut

When did this start happening??

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Video Game Bored / Re: Random Gaming Talk Thread

« Last post by bork on July 05, 2025, 10:29:52 AM »

I'm good with my retro emulation handhelds.  Especially dat Retroid Classic

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: The Japan Thread

« Last post by Polident Hive on July 05, 2025, 05:53:19 AM »

A restaurant just spun around a tablet and asked if I wanted to tip 15/20/25%. Pain.

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Video Game Bored / Re: Random Gaming Talk Thread

« Last post by D3RANG3D on July 03, 2025, 03:37:52 PM »

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The Superdeep Borehole / Re: RedLetterMedia Thread

« Last post by D3RANG3D on July 03, 2025, 02:44:51 PM »

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Video Game Bored / Re: Nintendo Anounces Switch 2

« Last post by james on June 30, 2025, 02:11:04 PM »

But the best thing?  Switch 1 games run better.  Depending on the game you can get better framerates, faster load times, and/or higher resolutions.  Pretty much any Switch game that has an uncapped frame rate and/or dynamic resolution is going to benefit the most.  Some titles like Bayonetta 3 and Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity feel like new games because of how much smoother they are and how much better they play because of it. 

Sort of sad that this is the main reason to get one. Even worse, Minecraft getting an upgrade is what will push me over lmao.

Mario Kart looks amazing but its a game I play for 2 hours every 6 months. Great with guests, but I dont like playing alone, even online. 

The GC games are also interesting, but so far I already own 3/4 and my GC is still plugged into the TV.

I know we're in the age of prices going up instead of down, but Im hoping Costco will put together a better bundle (im already on an online family plan with friends, so I dont need that)